Artwork
Teil eines Diptychons: Abschied Christi von Maria
Teil eines Diptychons: Abschied Christi von Maria is an oil painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Gerard David. It dates from 1496 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Teil eines Diptychons: Abschied Christi von Maria is a painting created by Gerard David in 1496 using oil paint. It is part of a diptych and is now held in the Alte Pinakothek.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a scene of Christ bidding farewell to the Virgin Mary, a common devotional theme during the Northern Renaissance. The figures are set within a golden oval frame, with Christ blessing or speaking to Mary, who has her hands clasped together in prayer.
Technique & Style
The work showcases David's skill with oil paint, particularly in creating depth and dimension through techniques such as glazing. The detailed shadows on Mary's face give her a three-dimensional appearance, while the worn gold background has a textured, aged quality.
History & Provenance
Gerard David, active in Antwerp and Bruges, was a prominent figure in the Northern Renaissance. Teil eines Diptychons: Abschied Christi von Maria was likely produced in one of his workshops, reflecting the period's emphasis on detailed, color-rich devotional imagery.
Artist & collection
Artist
Gerard David (c. 1460 – 13 August 1523) was an Early Netherlandish painter and manuscript illuminator known for his brilliant use of color. Only a bare outline of his life survives, although some facts are known. He may…
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